Clasp on chains plays a huge role. The jewel is obliged to securely fasten, while the connecting element must be in harmony with the main part of the product. There are different types of fasteners, each of which is created so that the jewelry is not lost and pleased the eye of its owner.
Carabine
One of the most common types of fasteners. Its design is simple and reliable. He will not allow spontaneous falling out of the connecting ring. Often the chains around the neck are very difficult to fasten on their own.
However, the product with a carabiner can be easily put on without the help of outsiders. Lever clasp easy to pick up and hold with a fingernail. In addition, it is easy to fix.
The carabiner has different shapes: in the form of a drop or a rectangle. The first is called a crab or lobster, and the second is a parrot. The technical characteristics do not differ. The appearance of the carabiner depends on the design of the jewelry.
The downside of this type of attachment is its massiveness. It is not suitable for thin air weaving.
Spring closure
No less common than the carbine. However, a thin ring is better suited for elegant jewelry. This type of lock has more disadvantages than pluses. It is rather difficult to fasten independently, and in case of wear of the mechanism it is necessary to completely replace the element.
Another drawback of the spring fastener is a weak spring, which plays the main role in the mechanism. She wears out quickly. And the most unpleasant, the wear of the spring occurs unnoticed. Jewels with such a castle fall unexpectedly and imperceptibly.
Eight
Very simple in its design lock. But while not enough reliable. This is a thin wire, curved in the form of eight. The product itself is threaded to one end and the fastener ring to the other. If the wire is not tight enough, the decoration can easily slip out of such an attachment.
Because of its shortcomings and uncomplicated appearance is used for low-cost jewelry. Masters do not undertake to repair such a lock, because it will be easier and more reliable to replace it with a new one.
Chain lock
One of the varieties of the box. This is a more simplified version, used for thin chains. The main part of the element resembles a straw into which a notched hook is inserted in the same way.
Butterfly clasp
Quite complex in its design castle. At the same time for its reliability, it is out of competition. It is mainly used in watches, less often - in bracelets. It is complemented by various mechanisms that make it impossible for the structure to spontaneously open. Despite the fact that it is one of the largest types of locks, it is practically invisible in the fastened condition.
Screw lock
It is mainly used for necklaces. At both ends of the product fasteners fasten parts that are screwed together. The thread on this screw is very thin and delicate. Therefore, the life of such a clasp is extremely small.
Crutch
Elementary design, which is very reliable. A horizontal stick is inserted into the ring on the jewel, which is mounted on the opposite side of the product. Spontaneous slipping of the stick is almost impossible.
Looks simple, but stylish. Often such a clasp on bracelets serves as a decorative element.
Box
One of the most reliable types of locks. With its help connect parts of massive and expensive products.
At one end of the chain is fixed decorative part of the lock in the form of a box. On the opposite side of the product there is a hook that is inserted into the box and secured with the notches on it.
There are other varieties of lock boxes. They differ in the shape of the hook and the main part. Even more reliable clamp is a similar fastener, only with bilateral latches.
A product with such a lock will cost a little more, since it significantly increases the weight of the jewel. However, you can be sure that the necklace with such a clasp will be securely fixed.
